Dependent Prepositions — Verbs: Succeed, Fail & Achievement (C1)

The research team finally succeeded ___ synthesizing the compound after years of trials.

The project failed ___ achieving its original cost targets by the deadline.

The clinic specializes ___ treating sports injuries and post-operative rehabilitation.

The government aims ___ a 40% reduction in carbon emissions by 2035.

The pension fund invested over £200 million ___ emerging market infrastructure.

The negotiating team persisted ___ seeking a diplomatic resolution despite mounting pressure.

The deforestation of coastal wetlands resulted ___ a dramatic increase in flood risk.

The mediator engaged the rival factions ___ a structured series of confidence-building talks.

Several board members objected ___ the proposal to merge the two subsidiaries.

The young athlete excelled ___ technical precision but lacked the stamina for longer distances.

The foundation has been striving ___ full financial transparency since its restructuring.

Despite the criticism, the CEO believes strongly ___ the long-term viability of the strategy.

She excelled ___ diplomacy throughout her career, consistently brokering agreements others thought impossible.

The board ultimately failed ___ its fiduciary duty to protect shareholder interests.

Over a decade, the initiative has succeeded ___ transforming the city's transportation infrastructure.